Principles of composite material mechanics 3rd Edition by Ronald Gibson 9781439850053 1439850054

Principles of Composite Material Mechanics, Third Edition presents a unique blend of classical and contemporary mechanics of composites technologies. While continuing to cover classical methods, this edition also includes frequent references to current state-of-the-art composites technology and research findings.

New to the Third Edition

• Many new worked-out example problems, homework problems, figures, and references
• An appendix on matrix concepts and operations
• Coverage of particle composites, nanocomposites, nanoenhancement of conventional fiber composites, and hybrid multiscale composites
• Expanded coverage of finite element modeling and test methods

Easily accessible to students, this popular bestseller incorporates the most worked-out example problems and exercises of any available textbook on mechanics of composite materials. It offers a rich, comprehensive, and up-to-date foundation for students to begin their work in composite materials science and engineering. A solutions manual and PowerPoint presentations are available for qualifying instructors.